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- Jesus and his Followers Must seek after those who are Sick and in Need of Healing - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2007 from Connie LimonSome of the scribes who saw Jesus heal a man sick of the palsy and also forgave the man of his sins accused Jesus of blaspheming within their hearts. Jesus knew their thoughts and asked why think this evil of him in their hearts? Jesus told the scribes it is just as easy to forgive the sins of ...
Views: 1697(1 vote) - Jesus Explains Blasphemy against the Holy Ghost and the Idling of Time - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2007 from Connie LimonA person possessed with a devil, blind, and dumb was brought to Jesus. When Jesus healed the person he began to see and could hear. All the people who saw this were amazed and said, Is this the son of David? However, when the Pharisees heard of it, they said, this man called Jesus, does not ...
Views: 1867(1 vote) - The Plight of the Twelve Apostles When First Sent to the Lost Sheep of Israel - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2007 from Connie LimonJesus gave power to his twelve disciples against unclean spirits to be able to cast them out and to heal all manner of sickness and diseases. The names of the twelve apostles were: • Simon, who was also called Peter • Andrew, the brother of Simon • James, son of Zeb’e-dee • John, the brother ...
Views: 2476(1 vote) - Alaska Attractions: Kenai Fjords Tours Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2007 from Connie LimonKenai Fjords National Park Tour The Kenai Fjords Tours is the original Alaska glacier cruise and tour operator in Alaska’s Fjords National Park. On their tours you will be able to see Alaska’s incredible wildlife and glaciers. Not only will you see the incredible beauty of Alaska, but you ...
Views: 1028(1 vote) - Massachusetts Attractions: Newbury Street - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Connie LimonNewbury Street is a 2 mile long stretch that was once part of the Boston Harbor. By 1882 almost all the buildings were built in European design with wide boulevards, grid patterns and parkways. The 2 mile long stretch became a prestigious and exclusive residential neighborhood and was the most ...
Views: 1434(1 vote) - Massachusetts Attractions: The John F. Kennedy Birthplace Historical Site - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2007 from Connie LimonThe John Fitzgerald Kennedy National Historic Site located at 83 Beals Street in Brookline, Massachusetts preserves the birthplace of America’s 35th president. Tours of the house are offered seasonally. The president’s mother returned to the house in 1967 and restored it to the best of her ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Massachusetts Attractions: The Salem Witch Museum - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Salem Witch Museum is located on Washington Square in Salem, Massachusetts. The museum will take you back in time to the summer in which hundreds were accused, imprisoned and hanged for practicing witchcraft. Bridget Bishop was tried on June 2 and hanged on June 10 setting the precedent ...
Views: 1335(1 vote) - New Hampshire Attractions: Ski Resorts - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2007 from Connie LimonIf you love the mountains of New Hampshire, there is no better way to see them than from the peaks of ski areas such as Loon Mountain, Bretton Woods, or Wild Cat. There are at least 20 ski resorts in New Hampshire that would make an excellent choice for your winter ski vacation. What is the ...
Views: 1007(1 vote) - The Well-kept Secret of the Whole Kennedy Administration - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2007 from Connie LimonMary Barelli Gallagher was Jacqueline Kennedy’s personal secretary from shortly before her marriage to Senator John F. Kennedy through the White House years and afterward for a total of eight years. She watched Mrs. Kennedy as she restored the White House, worked closely with her in the family ...
Views: 12069(1 vote) - Baltimore Family Attractions: The Walters Art Museum Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Walters Art Museum is located at 600 North Charles Street in Baltimore’s historic Mt. Vernon Cultural District. Mt. Vernon’s Cultural District is about one mile north of the Inner Harbor. The museum is located near the MTA bus lines (Nos. 3, 11, 31, 61 and 64) and the Centre Street Light ...
Views: 1298(2 votes) - Baltimore Family Attractions: The Walters Art Museum Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2007 from Connie LimonFamily Flick Days are held on the first Saturday of every month currently (2007). Films cover a variety of themes relating to the museum’s drop-in activities topics. Family Flicks films are always chosen with the child and their family in mind and are free of charge. Films are shown in the ...
Views: 1104(2 votes) - Living in Massachusetts Towns and Cities: Abington, Massachusetts - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2007 from Connie LimonAbington is a small community of approximately 13,000 people. The town is located 12 miles south of Boston and was first settled by European settlers in 1668. During the nineteenth and early twentieth century, the manufacture of boots and shoes was its primary industry. Nearly half of the ...
Views: 1174(2 votes) - Massachusetts Attractions: The Eric Museum of Picture Book Art - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art was founded in part by Eric Carle, the renowned author and illustrator of more than 70 books, including the 1969 classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar. It is the first full-scale museum in the United States devoted to national and international picture ...
Views: 981(2 votes) - Vermont Attractions: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2007 from Connie LimonHis father, Abraham Lincoln, was born in a log cabin and came from the humblest rank in life to become over our nation during a very momentous period of our history. One generation later, Robert Todd Lincoln, the only child of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln to live to adulthood, became Chairman ...
Views: 1086(2 votes) - Vermont Attractions: Hildene, The Lincoln Family Home Part 2 - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2007 from Connie LimonThe animals on the farm at Hildene are managed using rotational grazing. They are moved onto fresh grass many times during the growing season. The formal garden was designed by Robert Todd Lincoln’s daughter, Jessie in 1907. Her desire for the look of the garden was for it to resemble a ...
Views: 1065(2 votes) - Baltimore, Maryland Tours Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2007 from Connie LimonBaltimore, Maryland is a thriving city. It has an incredible history. The absolute best way to sightsee all that Baltimore has to see is through the city tours. The Baltimore Trolley Tour The Baltimore Trolley Tour takes visitors to see all the major sights in Baltimore. The tour last 90 ...
Views: 1087(2 votes) - Enchanted Islands: About Corfu Greece - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2008 from Connie LimonThis enchanted island is one of the most popular destinations in Greece. The island attracts thousands of visitors every year. Corfu Greece is situated in the northernmost part of the Ionian Islands group and lies at the entrance of the Adriatic Sea in front of Albania. Population on the ...
Views: 1478(2 votes) - Living In Massachusetts Cities and Towns: Ashfield, Massachusetts - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2007 from Connie LimonAshfiled is a 40 square mile town in the Berkshire foothills situated in the southwestern corner of Franklin County. This town was originally named Huntstown in 1736. It was incorporated under the name of Ashfield in 1765. Ashfield, Massachusetts was a center of the peppermint industry from ...
Views: 942(2 votes) - Living in Massachusetts Cities And Towns: Avon, Massachusetts - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2007 from Connie LimonAvon is considered to be a prestigious community located along Route 24, which is approximately 20 miles south of Boston. There is good highway access and a positive attitude toward economic growth and development in the town of Avon. The town has developed as a major employment center in the ...
Views: 1017(2 votes) - Massachusetts Beaches Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2007 from Connie LimonDorchester Reservation The Dorchester Reservation is open year-round, dawn to dusk. Malibu Beach, Victory Road Park and Tenean Beach provide coastal access along the extended mouth of the Neponset River. There is protected swimming and a bathhouse. Tenean Beach is a popular swimming beach ...
Views: 1008(2 votes) - Ashford Castle: A Place Where Time Seems To Stand Still - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most exclusive luxury hotels in the World is Ashford Castle. Ashford Castle is located in Cong, Co Mayo, Ireland. This 13th Century Castle is hidden in over 350 acres of wooded parkland and stands as a monument to a fascinating history of days gone by. Ashford Castle was once the ...
Views: 1511(2 votes) - Enchanted Islands: About Santorini Greece - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Connie LimonOne of the most popular destinations in Greece is Santorini. Thousands of tourists visit Santorini every year. Santorini Greece is home to one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. Tourists traveling to Santorini Greece will discover: • The famous submerged caldera • The volcano’s ...
Views: 1263(2 votes) - Enchanted Islands: Choosing A Yachting Charter Company For St. John Caribbean Vacation - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2008 from Connie LimonThe Caribbean is like finding heaven on earth. There are a total of 60 pristine islands that make up the US and British Virgin Islands. You will be sure to find a vibrant lifestyle, white sand beaches and warm turquoise waters. The islands of the Caribbean have beguiled sailors for centuries. ...
Views: 1139(2 votes) - Enchanted Islands: Honeymoons In Santorini Greece - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Connie LimonCouples from all around the world choose Santorini for their dream wedding and honeymoon where there is breathtaking sunsets, a deep blue sea and an extremely romantic atmosphere. This article will review a few of the numerous accommodations available in Santorini for planning a honeymoon in ...
Views: 1185(2 votes) - Enchanted Islands: The Beaches Of Santorini Greece - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2008 from Connie LimonThe island of Santorini Greece has many beaches. The most famous beaches of the island are: • Perissa • Kamari • Monolithos • Red Beach There are black sand and deep blue waters in the beaches of Kamari, Perissa and Monolithos. These beaches are located on the east side of the island and in ...
Views: 1252(2 votes) - Visit the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2008 from Connie LimonThis museum is located at 397 Main Street, Hyannis, Massachusetts. Our 35th President adored the sea and shores of Hyannis Port like no other place on earth. He contemplated and accepted his run for office here and reconnected with his humanity. At the JFK Hyannis Museum you can discover why ...
Views: 1259(2 votes) - Body and Hair Changes to Expect as You Age: Healthy Lifestyles Count - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2007 from Connie LimonAs you age expect increasing amounts of fat tissue toward the center of the body. Fat will increase and lean body mass will decrease. The liver, kidney and other organs may lose some of their cells. Bones lose some of their minerals and become less dense. Water in your body is decreased by ...
Views: 5807(1 vote) - Can Our Economy and Health Care System Survive Aging Baby Boomers? - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2007 from Connie LimonThe generation of people born between the years of 1940 and 1960 are expected to have major effects on health and social service systems. By the year 2030, about one out of every five Americans, or 20% of our population, will be a senior citizen in the United States. In other countries such as ...
Views: 1531(1 vote) - Balance Disorders in Elderly People - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2007 from Connie LimonAbout 9 percent of adults age 65 and older report having problems with balance. Good balance is essential to being able to control and maintain your body’s position while moving and remaining still. Good balance helps you: • Walk without staggering • Arise from chairs without falling • Climb ...
Views: 11316(1 vote) - Changes You Can Expect through the Aging Process - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2007 from Connie LimonAs you age time creates change on the body’s organs and systems. Everyone is unique in the aging process. How you age is unique as well as when you age. There are some typical changes, however, common to everyone. In this article you will learn about some of those changes that take ...
Views: 5526(1 vote) - Eat Plenty Of Folic Acid To Help Decrease Risk Of Alzheimer’s disease - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2007 from Connie LimonEat plenty of folic acid to help cut in halve the risk of Alzheimer’s disease according to a recent study conducted by the U.S. National Institute on Aging. Folic acid is found in: • Oranges • Lemons • Green vegetables The U.S. National Institute on Aging experts studied adults over a period ...
Views: 1063(1 vote) - Theories of Aging Part I - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2007 from Connie LimonThe Wear and Tear Theory The Wear and Tear Theory was first introduced by Dr. August Weismann, a German biologist in 1882. He believed aging occurred when the body and its cells were damaged by overuse and abuse. The major organs of the body such as the liver, stomach, kidneys, skin and so on ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Is Chiropractic Care During Pregnancy Right For You? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Connie LimonPregnancy can put pressure on the sciatic nerve that causes leg pain. Some chiropractors say they are able to resolve this problem. They also say there are techniques that will help ensure a safe and easy delivery. . The actual goal with chiropractic care during pregnancy is to make the ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Senior Health: Folate And Vitamin B12 Concerns - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2007 from Connie LimonAgricultural Research Service funded researchers to look into links between dietary intakes of two B vitamins and mental agility among seniors. Agricultural Research Service is the United States Department of Agriculture’s chief scientific research agency. The vitamins studied ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - Typical Patterns For Your Baby’s Physical Development Part 2 - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2008 from Connie LimonTypical Play Development By 3 months of age, while lying on his or her back, your baby should: • Visually track a moving toy from side to side • Attempt to reach for a rattle held above their chest • Keep head in the middle to watch faces or toys By 6 months of age your baby should: • Reach ...
Views: 4122(1 vote) - Adding Resistant Starch to Your Diet Helps You Increase Fiber Intake - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2007 from Connie LimonFor thousands of years naturally occurring resistant starch has been in our daily diets. Just recently, resistant starch has been added to commercial foods to help increase dietary fiber intake. Commercial and natural sources of resistant starch have been linked to many health benefits that ...
Views: 919 - Anti-Aging Diets: Calorie Restriction Diets Pros and Cons Explored - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2007 from Connie LimonA diet involving eating less, while still getting enough vitamins and nutrients is of great interest. Researchers find that calorie restriction diets extend the lives of animals. It is unknown if the anti-aging diets help people to extend their lives. Limited studies have been done in ...
Views: 2672 - Children’s Educational Toys 6 to 12 Months: What’s Available? Part 1 - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2007 from Connie LimonIn this series of articles I will give you a review of a variety of the educational toys for children 6 to 12 months of age available now. You can find these toys in toy shops and online nationwide. My First Word Touch and Feel This is a fun filled board book featuring: • Feel the squishy ...
Views: 830 - Choosing a Happy “Space” For a New Shih Tzu Puppy - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2007 from Connie LimonHelp your new Shih Tzu puppy to develop good habits right from day one in your home. The earlier your Shih Tzu puppy becomes accustomed to his surroundings and belongings the more secure he will be in a new environment. Consider the following tips: • Create a space for your Shih Tzu puppy ...
Views: 4631 - Colleges and Universities in Baltimore, Maryland Part III - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2007 from Connie LimonCoppin State University Coppin State University is a 52-acre campus in West Baltimore, very much an urban campus, however, its lovely shaded walks and fountains give it the atmosphere of a serene residential college. Most of the buildings are new, modern and comfortable. Coppin students get ...
Views: 991 - Colleges and Universities in Baltimore, Maryland Part IV - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Connie LimonLoyola College Loyola College at 4501 North Charles Street in Baltimore, Maryland was established in 1852. It is a Jesuit Catholic comprehensive university offering undergraduate, masters and doctoral programs. The undergraduate program features 34 disciplines and four pre-professional ...
Views: 1140 - Colleges and Universities in Baltimore, Maryland Part V - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2007 from Connie LimonMorgan State University Morgan State University at 1700 East Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, Maryland sits on a spacious 140-acre campus nestled among rolling hills of Northeast Baltimore. Morgan State University has earned a national reputation as a progressive institution for higher learning ...
Views: 1322 - Do Vigorous Exercise Enthusiasts Need to Ingest Salt Tablets - by Submitted on May 10, 2007 from Connie LimonSweat does have salt in it; however, you do not need to ingest salt tablets after working out vigorously. Even sweating 1 to 3 quarts per hour of exercise would not require extra salt. In addition, if you train hard on a regular basis, you are not likely to develop a salt deficiency even with ...
Views: 2032 - Gene Variation Slowing Metabolism of Caffeine May Play a Role for Increase Risk of Heart Attack in Some Individuals - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Connie LimonDrinking coffee and the increase risk of having a heart attack has been under debate for a long time. Some researchers say the risk lies within your genes, and one particular variation in a gene can slow metabolism of caffeine and increase the risk of heart attack. Coffee is the most commonly ...
Views: 782 - God Promised to Not Leave US Comfortless - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2007 from Connie LimonWhen it was time for Jesus to leave the earth, he told his disciples at the Last Supper that he must now go away, but that god, the Father was faithful, and would not leave mankind comfortless. Jesus told the disciples that it must go away, but the Father would send them another comforter who ...
Views: 1002 - Healthy Food Choices for Babies and Toddlers - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2007 from Connie LimonBreast milk has all the appropriate vitamins and minerals for babies. Best choice of milk for children after age 1 is “whole milk.” It is recommended to switch to low-fat milk after age 2 or 3. Things to watch out for: • Iron is important. Make sure your child gets enough iron • Calcium is ...
Views: 1943 - Help for Preventing Bone Fractures in Women Age 50 and Older - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2007 from Connie LimonA study of more than 6,000 Canadian women concludes osteoporosis drugs called anti-resorptive agents help reduce risk of low-trauma bone fractures in women age 50 and older. Examples of anti-resorptive drugs include: • Estrogen • Bisphosphonates • Selective estrogen-receptor ...
Views: 1011 - Help in Identifying Teens Who Are in Abusive Dating Relationships - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2007 from Connie LimonDo you suspect your teen is in an abusive dating relationship? Some teens feel that having a boyfriend or girlfriend proves their own worth. They may feel so strongly about having a relationship that a bad relationship is better than no relationship at all. Teens are also highly susceptible ...
Views: 847 - How to Help Your Kids Develop Healthy Habits for Healthier Hearts - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Connie LimonProbably the number one rule to follow is being a good example of living a healthy lifestyle in front of your kids. Actions do speak louder than words. Living healthy lifestyles creates healthier hearts and helps to prevent heart disease. Work on getting the entire family active and plan ...
Views: 711 - Jesus and the Parable of the Sower and Why This Is - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2007 from Connie LimonGreat multitudes gathered around Jesus to hear his words. Jesus went into a ship and the multitude of people interested in his words stood on the shore. Jesus spoke many things to them in parables. His disciples asked him why you speak to the multitude of people in parables. Jesus answered ...
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